reins

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Colbert took the reins of Letterman’s comedy tradition once he received the green light from CBS to reclaim the aspects of his Comedy Central self.

From Salon • May 21, 2026

They wanted him at City and both of them understood the identity and direction he would want the club to take when he eventually took the reins.

From BBC • May 15, 2026

Kyle Diamantas will take the reins of the FDA in an acting capacity, Politico reported External link.

From Barron's • May 12, 2026

As the company moved from generation to generation, it faced the same big question any family business does: Who gets to take the reins?

From The Wall Street Journal • May 10, 2026

He was up on the board again with the reins in his hand.

From "The Teacher’s Funeral" by Richard Peck